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GOP gubernatorial candidates use Boudin’s recall to rebuke DA Bragg, Hochul
All four of the candidates highlighted the recall of progressive San Francisco District Attorney Chesa Boudin, as New Yorkers’ concerns about crime remain high.
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Carolyn Maloney WAS endorsed by Carlina Rivera. Then things changed.
The primary between Reps. Carolyn Maloney and Jerry Nadler has put endorsers in an awkward spot – and left campaigns scrambling.
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Hochul on the defensive, but largely unscathed in her first debate
The governor fought off attacks from her opponents while highlighting the achievements from her short time in office.
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Republican lawsuit against noncitizen voting law begins
The case will likely hinge on whether the guarantee of the right to vote to citizens is viewed as a floor or a ceiling.
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Poll: New Yorkers want metal detectors, more cops on subways as concerns about crime remain high
Though the city maintains historically low crime rates, 70% of respondents said they feel less safe than they did before the pandemic, with a majority fearing hate crimes.
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New York City Council District 3 celebrates 30 years of LGBTQ representation
The four out gay council members who have occupied the seat during the past three decades say they’re focused on the work that lies ahead.
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Is Suozzi’s ethics scandal an ethics scandal?
The candidate for governor also criticized incumbent Gov. Kathy Hochul for handing out rebate checks ahead of the primary, among other potential ethical issues.
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Assembly Member Nathalia Fernandez announces state Senate bid
Fernandez is the latest person to enter the race to replace Alessandra Biaggi in her Bronx district.
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LG candidates Ana María Archila and Diana Reyna debate New York’s most pressing issues
Lt. Gov. Antonio Delgado declined to attend the forum where gun violence, housing, COVID-19 and other important topics were discussed.
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At power breakfast, Eric Adams vows to boost economy, housing
The New York City mayor detailed plans to improve the city’s housing stock and revitalize small businesses by eliminating administrative and zoning barriers on Wednesday.
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Carlina Rivera enters the race for New York's 10th Congressional District
The New York City Council member said she will be running as the only candidate who was born and raised in the district.
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Antonio Delgado releases first TV ad, a month ahead of the primary
The new lieutenant governor is relying on video, while avoiding forums and debates.
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Maloney v. Nadler: Who would have thought?
Both are about to slug it out to decide who stays in Congress.
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The New York City Council failed to pass a bill. What happened?
Progressives opposed to boosting police pensions voted down a bill for the first time in years.
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“We battled to get that food store:” What the Tops supermarket meant to Buffalo’s Black community
The racist mass shooting has left a deep scar at a symbol of resilience on the city’s East Side.
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The race for New York’s 10th Congressional District begins
Six top candidates met in person for the first forum in the Empire State’s hottest race.
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Antonio Delgado’s swearing in sets up a messy election schedule
The special election to fill his seat representing the 19th Congressional District will likely be held on Aug. 23.
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